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Class I Recall

Potassium Chloride Extended-Release Capsules, USP, (750 mg) 10 mEq K, 500-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Glenma

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Potassium Chloride Extended-Release Capsules, USP, (750 mg) 10 mEq K, 500-count by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA. Reason: Failed Dissolution Specifications.

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-0605-2024

Action Date

2024-07-24

Status

Ongoing

Category

drug

Product Description

Potassium Chloride Extended-Release Capsules, USP, (750 mg) 10 mEq K, 500-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Plot No. 2, Phase-2, Pharma Zone SEZ, Pithampur, Dist.-Dhar, Madhya Pradesh 454 775, India, Manufactured for: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc, USA, Mahwah, NJ 07430. NDC 68462-357-05

Lot/Code Info: Lot #: 17221197, 17221386, 17221385, Exp May-31-24; 17221489, 17221504, 17221530, Exp Jun-30-24; 17221561, 17221579, 17221568, 17221702, 17221704, Exp Jul-31-24; 17221898, 17221993, 17222029, Exp Aug-31-24; 17222300, 17222304, 17222278, 17222609, 17222395, Exp Oct-31-24; 17222589, 17222605, 17222613, Exp Nov-30-24;

Quantity Affected: 36,630 bottles

Reason for Recall

Failed Dissolution Specifications

Distribution

Nationwide

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-05-30

Context & Analysis

This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

This was one of 41 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 272 drug-related FDA actions this month.

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA has 123 FDA actions in our database, including 123 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class I recall?

A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA have FDA actions?

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA has 123 FDA actions in our database, including 123 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0605-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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